SSAT Math Question 174: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 174

8. The rectangle below has a length twice as long as its width. If its width is x, its perimeter is

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  • A. 6
  • B. 2x2
  • C. 4x
  • D. 6x

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

The correct answer is (D). If the width is x, the length, which is twice as long, is 2x. The perimeter is equal to the sum of the four sides: 2x + 2x + x + x = 6x.

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